Signs and Symptoms

Signs and Symptoms

People who have chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) may not have any symptoms at first. Often, patients learn they have CML after a routine physical exam or a blood test. CML signs and symptoms tend to develop gradually.

When CML symptoms do appear, they're common to other, less serious illnesses. However, if you're troubled by any of the following symptoms, see your doctor:

Tiredness or no energy

Shortness of breath during basic everyday activity

Pale skin

Discomfort or a "dragging" feeling on the upper left side of your stomach (caused by an enlarged spleen)

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